Aquaponics: Current state and prospectives
17 March 2021
Dr David Cutress: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- Aquaponics combines the strategies of aquaculture and hydroponics
- In principal aquaponics should offer a more sustainable method of food production
- Aquaponics commercial data is limited and attempting to obtain...
Can clover cut carbon: Legumes and nitrogen use on farms
18 February 2021
Dr David Cutress & Dr Cate Williams: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- Globally, applications of nitrogen (N) for plant growth are the single biggest source of nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions in the agriculture sector
- Nutrient...
WEBINAR: Sustainable Farming and the Sustainable Production Grant - 17/02/2021
Discover how to improve the economic and environmental performance of your business
Start the Sustainable Production Grant application process.
Further information on the substantial level of services and support available for you.
The Welsh Government’s Sustainable Production Grant (SPG) can...
The show ain’t over – this year’s Wales Farming Conference 2021 still available online
11 February 2021
There was an international vibe about this year’s Wales Farming Conference, which instead of being the usual action-packed day-long event in Mid Wales, was held over four days, remotely! But don’t worry if you missed out...
WEBINAR: Welsh Government Consultation – The Agriculture in Wales White Paper – What does it include - 10/02/2021
Farming Connect and James Owen, Welsh Government give a presentation on the Agriculture in Wales White Paper.
The Agriculture in Wales White Paper sets out the plans for what may be the biggest change in agriculture policy in decades. Welsh Government...
Welsh public’s affinity with farming driving resurgence in pick-your-own
3 February 2021
Confidence has returned to Wales’ pick-your-own (PYO) sector, with social media and the lure of nature driving growth.
Horticulture expert Chris Creed said there are many examples of very successful enterprises across Wales, from soft fruit...
Strategies and technologies to improve farm health and safety
25 January 2021
Dr David Cutress: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- The agricultural sector is statistically one of the most dangerous industries globally but there are several possible tools, guides and schemes which could help farmers
- Farmers mindsets surrounding farm...